• Fast set-up with just two components - the panel and the shore
• Large (6'x6' nominal), lightweight (100 lbs.) powder-coated aluminum frames
• 5-layer, plastic-coated, multiplex plywood face is edge-protected by the frame
• Can accommodate slabs up to 18' high and 22" thick

THE TWO-COMPONENT SLAB FORM SYSTEM!
DeckFast is as simple and quick as erecting two components to provide a ready-to-pour slab surface!

SLAB FORMS OF TOMORROW AVAILABLE TODAY!
DeckFast/Topec is the most efficient flat slab formwork system available. Just tow basic components means superior labor savings and formwork productivity.

SUPER-SIZED PANELS YIELD HIGH PRODUCTIVITY
The DeckFast panel productivity is increased further with the large 180 cm x 180 cm panel (nominal 6’ x 6’). This large-sized panel accelerates the set up speed and overall labor savings of the system. The aluminum powder-coated frame and high capacity galvanized post shore with drop-pin yield amazing results when it comes to on-site productivity. When compared to the DeckFast slab formwork system, the conventional shoring’s multitude of piece parts is antiquated.

LOWER PLYWOOD COSTS
Why purchase extra plywood? Use the DeckFast installed HDO plywood. Obtain an excellent finish, which nearly eliminates post pour cosmetics. Budgeted plywood costs remain in the pocket of the contractor.

FEWER ACCESSORIES LIMIT IN-FILL EXPENSES
The system features few, but functional, accessories to eliminate those costly in-fill areas. Adjustable panels have built-in nailer studs for odd incremental fills. Supported nailer strips and head support accessories are used for in-fill around columns and unusual fill areas. Reversible triangular panels allow for radius forming. Symons can even provide an in-slab beam bracket, which supports your beam bottom and sides. The system’s accessories make slab forming even quicker and more labor efficient.

EASIER PREPLANNING AND DESIGN
DeckFast is capable of form heights up to 18’ – 11” and a slab depth of 22”*. Imagine pour heights in excess of 18’ without “stacking” shore frames and slab depths up to 22”* without the engineering required to position frames, stringers and joists.
*Maximum depth using 60 x 180 panels

REDUCED LABOR AND INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY
The system excels beyond the productivity of conventional shore frame systems. It allows the erection or dismantling of an average of about 1000 ft2 per person per day for most flat slab conditions! Numerous projects have achieved well beyond this average. Compare this to an optimistic 450 ft2 per person per day with conventional shoring systems. The repetitive erection/disassembly of the same two basic components equates to superior labor productivity.

EXELLENT FINISH
The combination of the protective edge and special HDO plywood provides a uniform, pleasing slab finish, in sharp contrast to the grainy results typical with conventional plywood and shoring systems.

LESS RE-SHORING
When 100% re-shoring is required, you’ll benefit from a spacious 180 cm x 180 cm panel (6’ x 6’ nom) spacing with the DeckFast system. The same shore that supports the panel becomes the re-shore.

LESS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
The precision-manufactured panels fit so tightly together that only minimal amounts of slurry may adhere to the narrow top of edge of the panels. The edge as well as the remainder of the frame is epoxy coated to facilitate cleaning. Note the special edge profile protecting the plywood and frame.

FRAME FLEXIBILITY
DeckFast is most commonly utilized to produce a flat-bottomed deck, but individual shore height can be adjusted slightly to produce, even vaulted ceilings. NOTE: consult Technical Services for this application.

SET THE FRAME
Workers position the 180cm x 180cm panel DeckFast panel onto the bearing from below. The almost 36 ft2 panel with HDO plywood weighs only about 100 lbs and is easily set by two workers.

SWING INTO PLACE
The adjustable Erection Rod lifts the panel into a horizontal position and serves as a temporary support-awaiting placement of the shore/bearing assembly element.

SHORE IT
Position the pre-lengthened shore(s) to complete the erection process.

It’s just that simple…. Set, swing and shore. This repetitive yet elementary erection process yields productivity well beyond conventional handset shoring systems.

STRIPPING IS AS EASY AS REVERSING THE 3-STEP PROCESS
Lower the shore with the shore’s quick release device, support and swing the panel downward to the disassembly position. Slightly lift and remove the panel for its next use.

SIMPLY THE BEST…
In addition to supporting the panels, the post shores have the industry’s quick release stripping mechanism, which can save up to 50% of your labor cost when compared to other shores.

Two types of post shores are available. The 350 extend from 6’–8” to 11’–5” and weighs 46.5 lbs. The 550 extends from 9’–10” to 18’–0” and weighs 74.2 lbs.

Our quality post shores are hot-dipped galvanized, including the welds and threads, to prevent interior or exterior rust. In fact, all of the steel accessories are hot-dipped galvanized to ensure their longevity.

DROP-PIN, UNDER-LOAD STRIPPING MECHANISM
Whether the post shore is supporting DeckFast, re-shoring or a conventional deck shoring system, its drop-pin can save you up to 50% of the dismantling labor.

HOW IT WORKS
The pin is placed in the load position when the shore is set. Following the pour, the stripping pin is struck with a hammer, which causes the shore’s upper staff to lower approximately 1/8”. (The hardened pin is designed for this purpose.) The Weight of the concrete pressure has now been relieved. The handle screws easily downward to facilitate the stripping function.

The single hammer blow to the end of the hardened stripping pin easily facilitates what is commonly the most difficult portion of the stripping process.

EXELLENT FINISH
The combination of the protective edge and special HDO plywood provides a uniform, pleasing slab finish, in sharp contrast to the grainy results typical with conventional plywood and shoring systems.

LESS RE-SHORING
When 100% re-shoring is required, you’ll benefit from a spacious 180 cm x 180 cm panel (6’ x 6’ nom) spacing with the DeckFast system. The same shore that supports the panel becomes the re-shore.

LESS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
The precision-manufactured panels fit so tightly together that only minimal amounts of slurry may adhere to the narrow top of edge of the panels. The edge as well as the remainder of the frame is epoxy coated to facilitate cleaning. Note the special edge profile protecting the plywood and frame.

FRAME FLEXIBILITY
DeckFast is most commonly utilized to produce a flat-bottomed deck, but individual shore height can be adjusted slightly to produce, even vaulted ceilings. NOTE: consult Technical Services for this application.

• You don’t need to take the time for the consuming and costly efforts required in conventional shoring
• You don’t need a “cheater” bar (utilized to improve leverage to break the load pressure on other systems).
• You don’t need to strike the metal casting collar or handle with a hammer until released. (This action can dent the lower outer tube so that the shore cannot telescope.)

Our post shore eliminates the intensive labor and costly repairs typically associated with stripping competitive systems.

Because of its hot-dipped galvanized steel construction, high capacity and unique drop-pin stripping mechanism (while under load), we believe this shore to be the best in the industry.

BASIC EQUIPMENT
The number of components required for the DeckFast slab forming system is minimal.

Basic Equipment
180cm x 180cm panel (approx. 6’ x 6’)	Square aluminum frame with 5-ply bonded 3/8” nominal thick HDO plywood. The plywood edge is sealed and protected by the aluminum profile of the frame.
180cm x 90cm panel (approx. 6’ x 3’)	Same great construction as the 180cm x 180cm panel, but with the additional benefit of higher capacity for high load applications.
Bearing Heads*	Mounted into the tubular steel shores, the symmetrically arranged cams of the bearing firmly engage four corners of the panels.
Edge Support Heads*	with an edge spacer to support the long sides of the panel along an existing wall.
Post Shores	The 350 has a capacity of 6,092 lbs to 6,834 lbs at a 2.5:1 safety factor The 550 has a capacity of 3,260 lbs to 11,240 lbs at a 2.5:1 safety factor

*Items positively secured with the Spring Bolt.

ERECTION AIDS
A number of components assist with erecting the DeckFast system or for handling special forming situations.

Erection Equipment
Erection Rod	Facilitates the erection and stripping of the panels. The lightweight telescopic tube can be adjusted for slab heights up to 18’-11” with Extension Rod 180.
Tripods	Serve as erection aids during the initial setting of the system.
Bracing Frame 180	Can be used to space, support, and aid in the erection of the 180cm x 180cm panel. This frame attaches to the bottom portion of adjoining post shores. The Bracing Frame 180 can also be used in conjunction with the Cantilever Frame and Tie Down Assembly to allow cantilever applications.
Cantilever Frame and Tie Down Assembly	When used in conjunction with the Bracing Frame 180, the DeckFast system can be cantilevered up to a maximum of 29” providing a walkway of 26”.

VERSATILITY
In-fill areas can easily be formed with the DeckFast slab forming system using just a few components. Even complicated areas and curves can be accommodated. Corner Panels and Corner Frames are placed without additional shoring.

Panels and Frames
Supplementary Panels 90 x 45/60/75/90 and 180 x 45/60/75/90	Panels 90cm or 180cm (35 3/8” or 70 7/8”) are available in widths of 45cm to 75cm (17 ¾” to 29 ½”) at increments of 15cm (5 7/8”).
Adjustment Panels 90x45-90	The sliding Adjustment Panel 90/180 can be adjusted from 45cm to 90cm (17 ¾” to 35 3/8”). The panel is equipped with built in nailers and can be utilized will all other panel sizes.
90/90 Corner Panel	Triangular aluminum frame with attached multi-ply panel, 21mm (13/16”) thick.
180/90 Corner Frame	The lightweight aluminum frame is supplied without plywood that the frame is reversible.
180/90 Corner Sheet	The plywood for the Corner Frame, designed for use on either side of the frame. Two edges of the 21mm (13/16”) thick multi-ply sheet are protected by unique edge profiles.

Beams and Other Accessories
Adjustment Beams 90cm or 180cm	Aluminum profile with built-in nailer strips for forming in-fill areas.
Traverse beam	Similar to Adjustment Beam, but running transversely. Steel profile with a wooden nailer strip for plywood attachment. Use Adjustment and Traverse Beams together to fill in around columns.
Head Support Shoe	Top-mounted component for Bearing Heads or Edge Support Heads. They support 4x4 lumber and plywood to equal the DeckFast/Topec deck height.

Gaurd Rails and Walkways
Guardrail Bracket	Panels 90cm or 180cm (35 3/8” or 70 7/8”) are available in widths of 45cm to 75cm (17 ¾” to 29 ½”) at increments of 15cm (5 7/8”).
Guardrail Bearing	The sliding Adjustment Panel 90/180 can be adjusted from 45cm to 90cm (17 ¾” to 35 3/8”). The panel is equipped with built in nailers and can be utilized will all other panel sizes.
Tripods	Triangular aluminum frame with attached multi-ply panel, 21mm (13/16”) thick.
Cantilever Support System	The lightweight aluminum frame is supplied without plywood that the frame is reversible.

BEAM FORMWORK SYSTEM
DeckFast can form slabs faster than any other system, especially when beams must be cast with the slab. The system includes a Beam Formwork System, which forms and supports the deck; beam side and fit with components from the H2O slab support system.

Building side beams and bottoms and tying across to create a straight and true 90 degrees turn is one of the most labor-intensive functions in conventional beam forming. To simplify this operation, the system utilizes quick Connect bottom and side support and ensures a 90-degree corner at the beam side. The combination reduces labor and build-up costs by up to 50%!

The Beam Formwork System can be supported by the same shores that support DeckFast or with conventional shoring. The beam bracket and wood beams lock in place without nuts, bolts, screws or wedges. Plywood combines with the Clamping Connector and Adjustable Fixing Beam to complete the assembly